Use these tips to grab front row seats to see some of the best jazz in the world, get access to exclusive Mardi Gras parties, and tour the historic cemeteries scattered across the city.

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Bespoke Experiences

Husband-and-wife team Travis and Jennifer Simpson are in the business of private customized “experiences,” curating everything from private architectural tours of French Quarter homes and viewings of hidden galleries to personal meetings with local chefs and musicians, all based on interviews with clients. A recent service included a meeting with a musician at Preservation Hall after a performance there. 5829 Clara St.; 504-534-8874; bespokeprivatetours.com.